Q: I am thinking about selling my house. However I’ve heard that Spring is the best time – is that true? Should I wait until March/April? A: For a long time there has been a stigma that winter, especially December, is a bad month or time to list and sell a home in. Maybe in certain […]
Ask a Realtor: If I Declined My Home Inspection, Can I Sue?
Q: If I declined my right to a home inspection when I purchased my home, can I still sue the Seller for undisclosed defects I’ve discovered post-sale? A: Let me first start by saying, I am NOT an attorney, and you should probably speak to a Florida real estate attorney if you are having a […]
Ask a Realtor: Top Gated Communities in Pinellas County
Q: We really want a GATED community in St. Petersburg, are there any? A: One thing I get asked about a lot is are there any gated communities in St. Petersburg, Florida. The answer is yes! People often love gated communities in Pinellas County because of the added security they offer, so I thought I’d […]
Ask a Realtor: What is a “Pocket Listing”?
Q: I’ve heard the term “pocket listing” a lot lately. What does that mean exactly? A: This can have a couple of different meanings. Sometimes a Realtor may have a signed listing agreement with a Seller, but the Seller is still working on some repairs to the home, or maybe the agent is waiting for […]
Selling St. Pete: 7 Unrealistic Seller Expectations
As we are in the Top 1% of Pinellas County Realtors, we often meet with Sellers interested in listing their homes with us. Sometimes we have to educate our Sellers about what’s really going on in the market. Here are some common unrealistic expectations we hear. If you are selling your St. Petersburg home and […]
9 Unrealistic Buyer Expectations: A Reality Check
As a St. Petersburg Realtor, daily I hear comments like these from Buyers. It’s okay, I try not to sweat it. Many times its a matter of educating first time homebuyers or out-of-state relocation buyers who may not have a knowledge of the local St. Petersburg real estate market. Listen to your Realtor! 1. Buyer: […]
